Award-Winning History Tutors serving Vancouver, WA

As a certified K-12 teacher, I hold a deep belief that all students are capable of learning. My job as an educator is to help young people navigate the barriers that have prevented them from finding joy and feeling successful in their education.

I grew up in rural New York, and went to school in a variety of settings including home-school, private school, public high school, and public university. A passion for helping others drives me to help students understand difficult topics. A love of hands-on education inspires me to help students make real life connections to the topics they are studying to prepare for life more than a test.

...own theories around social concepts, being able to convey your ideas through writing and reading is the basis of nearly all school subjects. One of my favorite aspects of teaching writing and language is getting to learn more about different topics alongside my students. If you're struggling with reading, writing, and researching outside of the context of a specific assignment, I can assist with that, too. Learning how to conduct research and organize your ideas...

...had a passion for the learning process. I enjoy learning new things, getting better at them, and helping others to learn as well. My work as a swim instructor for recalcitrant kiddos, behavioral specialist with young adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, and adult men in psycho-educational groups have taught me that people learn best when they are intrinsically motivated and feel that they are in the driver's seat of their learning process. As such,...

...and am looking to serve others so that they can have access to the same opportunities I do. Since middle school I've pushed myself towards academic excellence, joining the National Honor Society in high school and receiving a Letter of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Program. I finished high school as an AP Scholar with Distinction, an award given by CollegeBoard. I believe that education is at the heart of the American Dream is...

...for two years where I taught English as a Second Language. During this time, I discovered that I had a passion and a gift for teaching. I completed my PhD in Comparative Literature with an emphasis on Latin American Studies from UC Los Angeles in 2009. While at UCLA I taught courses in Comparative Literature (Great Books), Writing Composition, and Spanish. From 2010-2014, I was Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish at Whitman College. I am...

...that combined classes from the Social Anthropology, Fokloristics and English departments. As a certified teacher, I have had extensive experience tutoring students in a variety of contexts, from my work with a community-based organization in South Africa, to prepping middle school students for high stakes testing in the rural south, to coaching high school seniors prepare college statements. I am particularly passionate about language arts and I hope to help learners realize the beauty, complexity...

...several degrees, the most recent being a BA in history from Hillsdale College and a MA in Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies from Stanford University, I have long sought to make teaching my profession. Meanwhile, as a volunteer grade school teacher and a tutor with this company, I have gained many years' experience helping students reach their full potential. I am capable of teaching students in many subjects, including reading, mathematics, test prep, Latin,...

...in math, English, reading, writing, social studies and science throughout the greater Portland area, tutoring at their homes . In 2019 I served as an instructional assistant for Portland Public Schools in a Special Education resource room, working with students one on one and in small groups. Being there for kids to encourage and see their growth as students is a real joy to me. I seek to continue this tutoring work both online and...

...strategies. My favorite area of teaching is definitely writing, because I love helping students express themselves... but I enjoy teaching and tutoring a variety of other subjects as well. I can help students get organized, tackle projects, generate ideas, research information, and think critically. In any teaching situation, I believe that honesty and humor are vital to creating an environment in which students feel safe and are willing to put forth their best effort. I...

...teaching classes and private tutoring sessions for children in Dalian, China. I have experience working with students ages 3 through adulthood. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Speech, Drama, English, Literature, Spanish 1, ESL, History, and Geography. In my spare time, I enjoy dancing, acting, reading, crafting, hiking, and traveling. I have had the joy of visiting 12 different countries so far and can't wait visit many more.

...have worked as a tutor in a test prep company for 2 years. I am very systematic in academic or physical training and take a step-by-step process for improvement. Through targeted practice, I believe in focusing on areas where students are not as strong. I scored 1520 and 1550 on the SAT in 2017 and a perfect score on the Math section twice -- before I even started tutoring. I understand that students have a...

...bloomer looking to acquire further education after their "formal" education has ended, my goal is to make the student comfortable and empower them giving them the confidence in their own abilities to achieve. I am a firm proponent of education believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two...

...coached GED students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate elementary math and the politics of history. In my experience the most powerful learning comes when a student has a concrete experience with use and labeling of strong academic vocabulary. I believe that education is the best way to empower a child to become a successful and prosperous adult. In my spare time, I enjoy reading both fiction and historical...

...No one likes to struggle through material that they don't understand and don't find interesting. I like to help students personally connect to the information they're learning, as well as understand real world use for that information. Patience is key to being a good tutor, and I strive to always be patient and understanding with a student who is struggling. I am extremely passionate about the Spanish language, as well as Psychology, and I hope...

...a district will demand, my students come first. When a students mental health is addressed and answered for, their identity validated, learning flows like no other. We are programmed to learn, excited to learn, sometimes we just have to convince the students that the material they are to learn is pertinent to them. This have proven true, no matter the age of population. This idea has always remained true; treat the students as individuals with...

...in Philosophy. My specific areas of focus are epistemology, formal logic, and philosophy of mind. However, I have an extensive background in the social sciences, especially political science. Oftentimes, a lack of confidence in their own ability will hold a student back from achieving their goals. I believe that supplementing a student's academic self-esteem leads to their continued and independent success. My ultimate goal as a tutor is to help the student realize the extent...

Life is an adventure and the need to learn - and know how to learn - is the most important skill to have in (my) toolbox. As a teacher, trainer, coach, I strive to help clients grow while helping them learn how to learn, and, most importantly have fun in the process.

...potential employers, as well as lead business pitching workshops. I am passionate about design, engineering and art and would love to help students with creative projects. I am also very interested in US History, US Government, am an avid fan of trivia and a frequent Jeopardy watcher. My teaching philosophy is to get to know the students on a personal level and connect with them in a way that makes learning enjoyable.

...lifelong pursuit of sharing that passion. One of the facets of learning that fascinates me the most is languages and the ways in which people live and communicate around the world. I am also passionate about working with and caring for people in a variety of contexts. I would be delighted to work with you to figure out the best ways to strengthen your skills and confidence in the subject areas you find most challenging!